Resources

BeLEAF It or Not! 10: How do trees regenerate?

Published on June 26, 2019
This is another one that may surprise you! It's NOT just about seeds. Trees reproduce through several methods under a variety of optimal environmental conditions. Different tree species have different regeneration requirements.
BeLEAF It or Not! 7: The Carbon Cycle and the Forest!

Published on June 26, 2019
Forests play a big role in Earth’s carbon cycle. Most of life consists of carbon-based molecules. Understanding the role of trees and forests contributes to a better understanding of climate change.
BeLeaf It or Not! 6: Photosynthesis and Respiration in Trees!

Published on June 26, 2019
Trees employ both photosynthesis AND respiration, although some people associate respiration only with animals. Photosynthesis is a chemical process that stores energy (as glucose) and captures carbon & oxygen for tissue construction.
BeLEAF It or Not! 5: How to identify trees - Part 1 of 2

Published on June 24, 2019
Tree identification is a popular hobby and one of the first steps in better understanding our forests. Part 1 of "How to Identify Trees" focuses on various identification characteristics, such as bark, buds, fruits, and leaves.
BeLEAF It or Not! 1: How does a tree grow? Hint: it's not what you think!

Published on June 24, 2019
How do trees grow? The answer may surprise you. Photosynthesis and respiration produce wood, and all the other parts of a tree. Twigs and roots elongate from growth tissue at the tips, and grow wider from growth tissue under the bark.
BeLEAF It or Not! 3: Mill Products

Published on June 24, 2019
Forest product mills produce a wide range of products through primary and secondary manufacturers - products like OSB (chipboard), veneer, lumber, and paper.
BeLEAF It or Not! 2: Exploring Vernal Pools

Published on June 24, 2019
Vernal pools are more than just puddles. They’re a healthy part of many forest communities in Michigan.
BeLEAF It or Not! 4: Logging Products

Published on June 24, 2019
The thousands of different renewable forest products all begin with standing trees in the forest. Loggers manufacture a set of raw products from those standing trees, which they purchase from forest owners.
Powering Michigan Agriculture Webinar Series: Dunklee Family Farm

Published on May 31, 2019
Understanding the Dunklee Family Farm and what they have done with their farm.
Powering Michigan Agriculture Webinar Series: GDW Farms LLC

Published on May 31, 2019
Understanding the GDW Farms and what they specialize in and participating in various topic discussions such as the energy audit process.